2004 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Lexus RX
To start off, 2005 Lexus RX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus RX (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (201 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus RX weights approximately 505 kg more than 2004 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Lexus RX (840 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2005 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Audi | Lexus |
| Model | A4 | RX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 840 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
